Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecake

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Chocolate pistachio cheesecake recipe from the seasons restaurant in appleton.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees f.

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In a large mixing bowl , combine all crust ingredients and mix until well combined.

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Press the cookie mixture into the bottom and sides of a 10-inch tart pan.

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Bake the crust until fragrant , about 8 minutes.

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Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before adding the filling.

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To prepare the filling , place the cream cheese and sugar in a large metal bowl and , using an electric mixer , beat until creamy and smooth , about 4 minutes.

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Turn the mixer off and scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.

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Continue mixing on low and add the egg.

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Beat to incorporate.

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Scrape the sides of the bowl again.

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With the mixer still on low , pour in melted chocolate , and mix.

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Pour the filling mixture over the cooled crust.

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If the mixture is too firm to settle , smooth the top of the filling with a few drops of water.

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Bake until the cake rises and puffs at the center , about 25 minutes.

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Remove fr om the oven and place on a wire rack to cool.

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Refrigerate .

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Ingredients

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oreo cookie crumbs, pistachios, sugar, butter, cream cheese, dark chocolate, egg, heavy cream, powdered sugar